I am a Full Sail Graduate in Audio Production but prior to that have worked with underground artist. With a high aptitude to adjust on the fly with clients, I am trained on how to send deliverables in project specific formats.

Kenneth Priest

I am a Full Sail Graduate in Audio Production but prior to that have worked with underground artist. With a high aptitude to adjust on the fly with clients, I am trained on how to send deliverables in project specific formats.

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I am a Full Sail Graduate in Audio Production but prior to that have worked with underground artist. With a high aptitude to adjust on the fly with clients, I am trained on how to send deliverables in project specific formats.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Store Manager at Lowe's Home Improvement
November 1, 2024 - Present
Executing corporate, regional and district merchandising directives; communicating district information to a 13-person team; maintaining service levels and planogram resets; setting weekly regional plans; building/fixing fixtures; conducting data research and cross-merchandising; creating action plans to meet short- and long-term goals; analyzing metrics to capture missed sales; promoting safety and incident tracking; signing outbound deliveries and ensuring manifest accuracy; assigning daily duties and ensuring store-wide execution; supporting asset protection; educating peers; fostering training and continuous improvement; managing labor hours and payroll in SSA absence; interviewing hourly staff; enforcing policies and corrective actions; completing work orders.
Merchandising Assistant Store Manager at Lowe's Home Improvement
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Delivering customer service and cross-selling; de-escalating issues; supporting corporate policies and objectives; managing 10-30 employees with payroll for up to 100; delegating tasks per safety, hazmat procedures and regulations; overseeing a $65M business with focus on profit margins and WTD/QTD sales; forming action plans to address underperformance; cross-merchandising to maximize profitability; leading daily staff meetings; interviewing and succession planning; analyzing sales trends; conducting inventory tracking and applying best practices.
Store Project Coach at Walmart
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Liaised between third-party construction contractors and store leadership; translated remodel needs into actionable plans; managed a blended team of interim staff and contractors; oversaw budgeting for fixtures/procurement; ensured on-budget purchasing of updated fixtures, shelving and signage; validated outbound loads and proper hazmat disposal.
Front End Store Coach/Operations at Walmart
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Managed 20+ employees and 3 department supervisors; oversaw day-to-day operations, merchandising and modular sets; drove customer service excellence; engaged and trained associates; recruited and developed talent; tracked metrics and reinforced best practices; managed scheduling and payroll; upheld safety standards and a culture of winning.
Water Spider at Amazon DSP
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Prepare supplies to satisfy need; coordinate shipping sorts; continually delegate tasks to 4-10 employees; monitor production levels with Process Assistant; manage 20+ employees; assist in stand-up meetings; uphold safety guidelines and ensure continuity of production.
Utilization Management Representative at Anthem, Inc.
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
High-volume inbound medical intake; verify benefits and pre-certification requirements; cross-reference tools to determine need for medical review; completed CARES training; QA performance around 96%.
MSCC Tier I at Kaiser Permanente
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Advanced use of Microsoft Office and application management; processing premium payments; HIPAA compliance; filing formal grievances; accurate benefit quotes; high QA performance.
Billing Specialist I / CSR II at Cardinal Health
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Handle high volumes of inbound calls; determine customer needs and resolve issues; advanced MS Office usage; processing supply orders; payments collection; HIPAA compliance; upsell opportunities; recognized as Employee of the Month (January 2016).

Education

Bachelor of Science at Full Sail University
January 1, 2015 - August 1, 2018

Qualifications

Pro Tools Operator
June 3, 2021 - July 3, 2027

Industry Experience

Retail